Let’s get the obvious out of the way: dads can be tough to buy for. They tell you they don’t want anything, but you’re not sure if they mean it. You don’t want to pick something they might not wear, yet a gift card feels predictable and impersonal. So, what to do? Consider a high-tech toy for Father’s Day this year. A gadget gift may be just what your dad could use—even though he may not know it—and here are ten top suggestions.
All in the Wrist: Google Fitbit Air
The just-launched Google Fitbit Air ($129) is a super comfortable, screenless fitness band that passively tracks key health metrics like heart rate, sleep, and over 40 types of exercise. All data syncs to the Google Health app on a smartphone (iOS, Android). Optional Google Health Premium (formerly Fitbit Premium, $9.99/month) acts like a personal trainer, leveraging Gemini AI for custom coaching and actionable insights. Available in multiple colours, the micro-adjustable band fits comfortably and is water-resistant up to 50 metres. Battery life lasts up to a week, with fast charging providing a full day of power in just five minutes.
A Lit Idea: Enbrighten Ultrabrite Hex Lights
Ideal for garages, workshops, home gyms, or man caves, the Ultrabrite Hex Lights from Enbrighten ($129; costco.ca) are a modular, customizable LED lighting system. The snap-together kit includes 24 light bars and connectors, allowing you to build eye-catching honeycomb or hexagonal layouts. With a total output of up to 24,000 lumens, these lights are truly ultrabright. A remote or wall switch lets you dim or adjust the light intensity.
Mini but Mighty: SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive
Small in size but big on performance, the SanDisk Extreme Fit USB-C Flash Drive (from $37 for 64GB) offers ultra-compact, fast portable storage. Perfect for transferring photos, videos, and other files without relying on cloud backup. Speeds exceed 400 megabits per second, and capacities go up to 1 terabyte—a fraction of the cost of a new computer.
Read Between the Lines: Kobo Clara BW
If your dad loves reading but hasn’t tried an eReader, the Kobo Clara BW ($179) features a six-inch glare-free touchscreen. It’s fully waterproof, making it suitable for the couch, hammock, coffee shop, pool, or beach. The E Ink Carta 1300 HD screen delivers crisp text, and ComfortLight PRO adjusts brightness, colour temperature, and blue light. With 16GB of storage, it holds thousands of books and also plays audiobooks via Bluetooth headphones or wireless speakers.
Game On: Nintendo Switch 2 Choose Your Game Bundle
For dads who love gaming, the Nintendo Switch 2 offers versatility to play at home or on the go. The Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle ($699) includes the console and a download code for one select digital game: Pokémon Pokopia, Mario Kart World, or Donkey Kong Bananza. Many existing Nintendo Switch games can be transferred and played on the new system. The bundle also includes a dock for big-screen TV play.
Wash On, Wash Off: ECOVACS WINBOT W3 OMNI
From ECOVACS, the number one robotic window cleaner brand globally, comes the WINBOT W3 OMNI—the most advanced window robot designed for safe, easy, hands-free cleaning of large windows, high-rise condos, and hard-to-reach glass. It can also clean interior windows and tall shower doors. The OMNI station automatically washes the WINBOT’s pads. Priced at $899, it will be on sale during Amazon Prime Day at Amazon.ca.
Sports, of Course: Samsung Micro RGB TV
For a family TV upgrade, especially during FIFA World Cup season, Samsung’s new Micro RGB TVs deliver brighter colour, deeper contrast, and smoother motion thanks to individual red, green, and blue backlights. Samsung Vision AI intelligently optimizes picture and sound for live sports, movies, TV shows, or games. Prices start at $1,999 for the 55-inch model (R85H), with sizes up to an incredible 115 inches.
Stick It to Me: Amazon Fire TV Stick HD
To turn a regular TV into a Smart TV, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD ($49; 2026 model) is the slimmest and fastest streaming device from Amazon. It plugs into your TV’s HDMI port and draws power from a USB port, eliminating the need for a wall plug. The fresh interface helps find content faster from free and paid services, with personalized recommendations. The Alexa Voice Remote allows voice control, and for Prime members, the new Alexa+ upgrade offers a smarter, more conversational experience.
This Beat Goes On: Powerbeats Fit
For active dads, Powerbeats Fit ($249) are small, stylish earbuds designed for intense workouts. Soft, flexible wingtips lock securely in your ears, and they are sweat and water-resistant. They deliver punchy bass, effective active noise cancellation (ANC), and exceptional call clarity. Available in four colours, they offer up to 30 hours of battery life with the matching case, with each bud providing up to seven hours of playback per charge.
Tasty Tech: MEATER Plus
If your dad enjoys grilling but could use some help, the MEATER Plus ($119, on sale for $30 off) enables confident barbecuing. This wireless probe with multiple sensors communicates your food’s internal temperature and the grill’s ambient temperature up to 165 feet away via Bluetooth to a companion app on a smartphone or tablet. You’ll be notified when to flip your food based on desired doneness and when to remove it from the grill.
Marc Saltzman is the host of the Tech It Out podcast and author of Apple Watch For Dummies (Wiley).
